Kuwait has a geographically small, but wealthy, relatively open economy with crude oil reserves of about 102 billion barrels – more than 6% of world reserves. 

Petroleum accounts for nearly half of GDP, 95% of export revenues, and 95% of government income. 

The challenges of doing business in Kuwait

A listing of important information for new company formation

Description of business structures in Kuwait – dated

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Kuwait. 

The Corporate Tax Rate in Kuwait stands at 15 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Kuwait averaged 27 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 55 percent in 2007 and a record low of 15 percent in 2009. Corporate Tax Rate in Kuwait is reported by the Ministry of Finance, Kuwait.

This site provides information on tax compliance in Kuwait

See “Exit, Entry & Visa Requirements” on this site

A Kuwait visa must be sponsored by a Kuwait company or by a relative that is a resident foreigner staying in the country.

Tips on getting to and getting around Kuwait from real travelers and locals.

A guide to all forms of public transportation

An overview of the telecom industry in Kuwait

Kuwait has one of the highest mobile penetrations in the Middle East and represents a bright spot amongst a region marred by civil tension. – See more at: http://www.budde.com.au/Research/Kuwait-Telecoms-Mobile-and-Broadband.html#sthash.QRpyXzpG.dpuf

This site clarifies the application of the Labour Law Of Kuwait and the explains many of its rules and benefits to the employees.

Kuwait introduced several new laws to update its legal system in recent times, and the Social Insurance or the unemployment insurance law is one of these.

One of the new laws in Kuwait relates to the subject of social insurance, namely unemployment insurance law.

The New Kuwait Labor Law will take affect in 2016 according to Public Authority for Manpower (PAM).

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Kuwait. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

The overall cost of living in Kuwait is similar to that in most European countries, if you’reliving in the style of the average western expatriate

A guide to international schools in Kuwait City

See ‘Etiquette and Customs in Kuwait” on this site

Dos and Don’ts of business etiquette

Current and extended weather forecasts for Kuwait City

Weater forecast from the BBC

U.S. citizens in Kuwait should exercise a high level of security awareness and are advised to monitor local news broadcasts and consular messages

Latest travel advice for Kuwait from the UK government including safety and security

Kuwait is an Arab Gulf State where the dream is to provide ample free education for all children, regardless of gender, social class or special needs. 

List of National and Public Holidays in Kuwait for the year 2016

Full list of Kuwait public and bank holidays. Many shops, banks and other services close during public holidays

 This site describes the demographic features of the population of Kuwait.

A demographic profile of the Kuwait population

Information you need to export to Kuwait

This site provides key information on the State of Kuwait’s participation in the WTO. The State of Kuwait has been a WTO member since 1 January 1995 and  a member of GATT since 3 May 1963.

Kuwait Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

A listing of trade agreements Kuwait has with other countries

House and flat rentals in Kuwait

Finding a nice place to live is always difficult. Kuwait is no exception – getting the right accommodation can be hard, especially in large cities

Kuwait, in the cradle of one of the most ancient and contested corners of the world, has a certain cachet.

Expert Kuwait travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Kuwait.